Ver1 Feb 2009

Measurement Systems
Part 1 An Introduction Part 2 Method/Procedure and Report Writing (Calibration)

Aim of Course
The course is broken into two parts. The first deals with the Measurement System and the second with Method/Procedure and Report Writing. Part two is vital for all those involved in the Calibration field, but can be considered optional for those only seeking a background and introduction to measurement in general. The main purpose of Measurement Systems an introduction is to increase the awareness of measurement and to establish a common frame of reference in Southern Africa. It is meant to supply the Southern African users of measurement with a transparent and handy tool to obtain information. The content of the course is a description of scientific, industrial and legal metrology in Southern Africa. The South African metrological structure with the 11 subject fields of metrology and metrological units are described, as well as the Southern African and International organisations which form the international metrological infrastructure. A list of metrological terms is collected primarily from internationally recognised standards. References are given to institutions, organizations and laboratories where attendees can obtain further information if required.

Course Overview
Part 1 Acronyms, Vocabulary Introduction to Industrial and scientific metrology Traceability and calibration The Metre Convention International organizations Legal metrology National organizations Metrological units Choosing an accredited source of traceability Uncertainty of measurement Part 2 Working guidelines for the writing of test and calibration methods, and their validation Test reports and calibration certificates

Who should attend

Calibration and Physical Testing Technicians (Part 1 & 2). Quality Personnel (Part1), Analysts (Part 1)

Course Duration
Part 1: 2 Days Part 2: 1 Day

Evaluation
Currently there is no formal evaluation of either Part 1 or Part 2. This is however, likely to change in the future